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Pumping mom essentials
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items Mom of three who has exclusively pumped. These are my honest reviews!
This comes in handy for breastfeeding but also when pumping. I have the one with flower plug but never used that one.
haakaa Breast Pump with Suction Base and Gray Leak-Proof Cap - 5oz
I received hundreds of free storage bags from insurance and I still paid to have these. Elite! Pro tip: with leftovers you can put kid snacks in them!
Lansinoh Breast Milk Storage Bags, Fast Freeze & Thaw Breast Milk Bags for Baby Bottle Feeding - 25ct/6oz
Very helpful to prevent clogs, essentially in the beginning. Take them every day but also good if you are already clogged!
Legendairy Milk Sunflower Lecithin - 60ct
These come in handy in the beginning. Don’t get too cold so you can put directly on the breast. Still use them when I get clogs. And my big kids also like them for boo boos
Lansinoh Therapy Packs with Soft Covers, Hot and Cold Breast Pads - 2pk
This is an essential. I keep in my car in case I’m out longer than expected. YOU CAN PUMP DIRECTLY INTO DR BROWN’S BOTTLES! I watched tik toks on how to properly choose and it was life-changing.
Medela Harmony Manual Breast Pump with PersonalFit Flex: BPA-Free Polypropylene, Single Pump System, Includes Milk Storage Bottles
Ok very specific review: these are *mostly* really great. Pros: largest capacity collection cup. Never had leaking problem. More discreet and you don’t necessarily need pumping bra. Less in the way while pumping and holding baby. Cons: lots of parts ...
Legendairy Milk Collection Cup
I almost always go for Amazon dupe when I can, but these are worth getting name brand if you’re using dr brown. Work perfectly with their nipple size etc.
Dr. Brown's Baby Bottle Cleaning Brush, Sponge and Bristle Brush with Nipple Cleaner -3pk - Blue
Repeat after me, I WILL CHANGE MY DUCKBILL VALVEA EVERY 6 WEEKS
Maymom Duckbill Valves Compatible with Spectra, Replacement Duckbill Valve for Spectra Pump S1 S2 9 Plus Synergy Gold, White Pump Parts Accessories, 8 ct HSA/FSA Eligible - Walmart.com
This is essential especially for the early days. Not too sticky like some of the other options. Great for breastfeeding and pumping. I have kept the same jar across all three kids!
Earth Mama Organic Nipple Butter for Breastfeeding - 2 fl oz
Niche recommendation but this was a life saver for flat nipples! I actually asked my LC about it. She had never seen it before but actually showed another client and they loved it too.
Haakaa Nipple Shield Breastfeeding with Carry Case Using for Protects Sore Cracked Nipples Flat Inverted and Latch On Difficulties to Help Mums Continue Breastfeeding,1 PC (Round Shape) Ro
For the Brezza bottle washer. I’m only on my second box. You also need descaling tablets which I’ll link separately.
Baby Brezza Unscented Bottle Washer Pro Detergent Soap Tablets - 120ct
This is important that you do every month or so. I use regular sink water in the machine but have had some build up which causes errors. This gets it fixed right away. Better to stay on top of it. You can put in sump (bottom) or in water tank.
Baby Brezza Unscneted Bottle Washer Pro Descaling Tablets - 20ct
I have this in about 4 colors and multiples of each. So comfortable I wore between kids. Pro tip: you do NOT need a pumping bra! Search the nursing bra hack for pumping. 10/10.
Women's Nursing Seamless Bra - Auden™ Black L: Maternity, Wireless, Convertible, Scoop Back
I add all of my frozen bricks into two gallon bags. I know each bag can hold about 120 ounces worth of milk when they are bagged in 4 oz and frozen flat. I write on a sheet of paper the bag number and approx dates.
Ziploc Two Gallon Freezer Bags for Food Preservation and Meal Prep - 10ct
Louder for the people in the back 📣: you’re doing it WRONG if you aren’t freezing your milk flat. I stack ~5 bags of 4oz of breastmilk each and they freeze completely flat. Game changer for storage. Because I had such an over supply before it regula...
Sterilite Flat Top Pencil Box Clear
You’ve got to stay hydrated for a good supply. Especially in the beginning, this was really crucial for me!
Liquid I.V. Sugar Free Hydration Powder Electrolyte Supplements: Non-Caffeinated Raspberry Lemonade Drink Mix, 10 Pack
Ok I don’t think this is actually proven in studies, but with all three of my kids I made “boobie bites” and had abundant milk supply.
1 cup of old-fashioned oatmeal
1/2 cup peanut butter
1/2 cup ground flaxseed
1 cup shredded coconut
1/3 cup of ho...
Legendairy Milk Brewer's Yeast Powder - Unflavoured - 16oz